[NAGDU] NAGDU Seminar, Meeting, and Stream

Wed Jul 4 05:51:55 UTC 2018

Are the meetings going to be recorded? 

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> On Jul 1, 2018, at 4:57 AM, NAGDU President via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Please circulate the following message as widely as appropriate.
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>                This year's annual seminar of the National Association of
> Guide Dog Users and its annual meeting will be streamed live. To listen to
> the stream, please visit
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> http://nagdu.org
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> and click on the link to the live stream. The stream will be available
> approximately 15 minutes prior to each session.
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>                The National Association of Guide Dog Users, a strong &
> proud division of the National Federation of the Blind, is excited to offer
> the most dynamic, informative events in the nation for guide dog users at
> our national convention in Orlando. Thanks to the generous support of our
> sponsors
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> Accessible360
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> Mobile Vet Clinic of Brandon 
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> On the Go Dog Gear by Julie Johnson
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> Ray of Sunshine Empowerment Services LLC 
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> RuffWear 
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> Texas Association of Guide Dog Users
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> Veterinarian Emergency Clinics of Central Florida
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> NAGDU is offering some incredible programs for our members! through a live
> stream!
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> Tuesday, July 3, 2018 
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> 1:00 - 10:00 p.m. 
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> 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Registration. Registration is free & required to be
> eligible for door prizes! 
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> 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Is My Dog in Crisis?
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> Lori Tilley, D.V.M.
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> Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida
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>                A board certified emergency veterinarian will share how to
> assess if your dog's health issue is an emergency needing immediate
> attention. She will also give us tips on how to avoid a trip to the
> emergency clinic, as well as maintaining wellness, preventive care, grooming
> tips, and first aid.
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> 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. Advocacy and Access: Everyone has a Part to Play
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> Calling Out Counterfeit Service Animals: The myth, the image, and the law
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> Facilitator: Marion Gwizdala, President 
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> National Association of Guide Dog Users              
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>                With the growing challenge of untrained dogs in public and
> the problems they create for legitimate guide & service dogs, we must be the
> voice of reason. Join us as we mobilize our division to solve the problem!
> This interactive program is a must for all guide dog users, those wishing to
> become better advocates for guide dog users and other disabled individuals,
> and public and private entities wanting to know their rights. 
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> 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Dinner break
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> 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Registration - Registration is free & required to be
> eligible for door prizes!
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> 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Living the Guide Dog User Life you want!  
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> Part 1: Is It Time? The struggle of letting go.
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> Facilitator: Merry C. Schoch, LCSW
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> The retirement or passing of our guide dogs is a very challenging time and
> one we will all eventually experience. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and
> guide dog user helps us through the process of retirement and loss
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> Part 2: Harness Up: The process of getting a guide dog and beyond
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> Various guide dog training programs & consumers
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> If you are interested in getting a guide dog, want to find out how they
> really work, get to know what is involved in the application and training
> process, and learn about the guide Dog User Lifestyle, this session is for
> you! Guide dog training programs will share information about their programs
> and guide dog users will help you understand what is required when you come
> home.
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> Part 3: Guide Dog Show and Tail 
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>                Guide dog users share their favorite gear, grooming tools,
> and toys. If you have a favorite item to share, bring it with you for others
> to learn about! Some of them will be yours to take home for you and your dog
> to enjoy!
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> Thursday, July 5, 2018; 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
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> Annual Meeting
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> 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. - Registration. (Registration is free & required to be
> eligible for door prizes.)
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> Membership dues of $5.00 are required for those who are not members of an
> affiliate division to be eligible to speak on the floor, make & vote on
> motions, and hold office.
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> 7:00 p.m. Call to Order
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> Join NAGDU for the most exciting and important meeting of guide dog users in
> the United States. Here are some of the highlights you will experience
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> Elect our 2018 - 2020 leadership
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> Supporting the NFB's national ridesharing testing initiative 
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> Valerie Yingling 
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> Learn about our advocacy with Delta Airlines
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>                Christine Bouchard, Delta Airlines
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> Learn how to comment on new regulations for the Air Carrier 
> Access Act
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>                John Pare 
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> Executive Director for Advocacy & Policy 
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> Download & tour the newest version of the NAGDU Mobile App for iOS & Android
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> Raul Gallegos
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> Energizing reports from our affiliate divisions
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>                As you see, the NAGDU events are full of substance - the
> place to be if you are an active guide dog user and advocate. Plan to join
> us and enhance your knowledge and understanding. If you have any questions,
> please do not hesitate to get in touch with us by email to
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> info at NAGDU.ORG
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> We will see you in Orlando!
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> Marion Gwizdala, President
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> National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)
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> National Federation of the Blind
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> (813) 626-2789
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> President at NAGDU.ORG
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> Visit our website <http://nagdu.org/> 
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> and our dreams. You can live the life you want! Blindness is not what holds
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